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errand

noun

Definition of errand

as in flight

an act of traveling a short way to do or get something He was sent out on an urgent errand.

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Recent Examples of errand Children leaving practices and after-school activities could have more light, as would people walking from transit stops, running errands, exercising or cycling home. — Chris Hardesty, AJC.com, 23 July 2026 Shoppers appreciated their versatility too, with several people noting that they can be worn to work or for running errands. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 Projecting how a college quarterback will pan out often proves a fool’s errand, despite how many people have dedicated their livelihoods to trying. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 21 July 2026 Using lightweight technical yarns and relaxed silhouettes, the pieces are intended to be quick-drying and adaptable enough to work from everyday errands to formal events, in line with Silberstein’s overall ethos. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for errand

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Noun

The Premier League will stage opening-weekend watch parties across North America for all 20 top-flight clubs.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 24 July 2026
In the meantime, Velasquez’s attorneys argue that the 42-year-old is not a flight risk and has no criminal record.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Definition of flight

Noun

Tampa, New York and Philadelphia will host Phil Parkinson’s side, who flew across the Atlantic on Wednesday for a trip featuring a trio of friendlies against Premier League opposition — Leeds United, Liverpool and Sunderland.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Even if the oil is placed on smaller tankers, heading through the Mediterranean and around Africa makes a typical four-week trip into an eight-week one.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

Definition of trip

Noun

Bunnie, who's full name is Alisa DeFord, recently gave her social media followers a tour of her new Nashville-area home, which included hidden stairways, multiple massive closets, opulent floral rooms, an outdoor shower and an infinity pool.

— Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
In these tours, there are often many comments using America as a punch line.

— Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 22 July 2026

Definition of tour

Noun

It is typically used for educational programs and tourist excursions, but the Viking center says the damage has kept the ship out of service this summer.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 24 July 2026
Everglades Swamp Tours offers an airboat excursion at one of the most biodiverse regions in the country.

— Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of excursion

Noun

Some of his admirers gathered at the Indiana Dunes State Park Friday for the hike, including his widow Susan Seman, who because of her ailments normally couldn’t go on her husband’s jaunts.

— Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
Workers have installed three wooden bridges that cross over the creek, giving this short jaunt a whimsical feel.

— Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

Definition of jaunt

Noun

The scoreless outing dropped Russell down to third place in the standings, leaving him with a 50-point gap to the leader.

— Yara Elshebiny, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Soon, Skubal reported to spring training and was also preparing to leave for an outing with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 22 July 2026

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